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GoPro HERO4 Black Edition vs GoPro MAX2 Action Camera

Reddit prefers GoPro HERO4 Black Edition — higher sentiment (63% vs 56% positive).

GoPro HERO4 Black Edition
#19 in Action CamerasReddit favorite

GoPro

GoPro HERO4 Black Edition

$166.80

63

Pros

  • +space hardware certified
  • +tested and known to work under space lighting conditions
  • +proved reliable
  • +tested

Cons

  • −little surface area (means very little radiative loss)
  • −photo quality isn't as sharp as phone
  • −batteries are known to not last very long
  • −10+ years old
“The HERO4 Black was likely certified years ago and proved reliable. In space, you fly what's been tested, not what just dropped.”
r/gopro
Full reviewAmazon · $166.80
GoPro MAX2 Action Camera
#22 in Action Cameras

GoPro

GoPro MAX2 Action Camera

$449.00

56

Pros

  • +insane stabilization
  • +Captures 360 degrees
  • +Allows editing what you want to see
  • +Fun to use for video editing

Cons

  • −outrageously overpriced
  • −Requires tech/editing skills
  • −Takes up space (with accessories)
  • −Lower resolution over equivalent fov compared to hero 13
“I plan on getting the Max 2 sometime soon.”
r/airpods
Full reviewAmazon · $449.00
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